Controller:8BitDo Pro 2

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8BitDo Pro 2

XInput support
Connection method
USB-A, USB-C, Bluetooth
Predecessor
8BitDo SN30 Pro+
Successor
8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller 8BitDo Ultimate Wireless Controller

The 8BitDo Pro 2 is a series of controllers released by 8BitDo since April 12, 2021.

Essentially an updated, pro-oriented version of the 8BitDo SN30 Pro+. Compared to its predecessor, it features two remappable back buttons, a removable battery pack that can be swapped out for two AA batteries, and instead uses a dedicated profile button located on the front of the controller. Customizing the built-in profiles can be done via 8BitDo's own Ultimate Software and, for the Xbox-compatible model, on Android, iOS, and the Microsoft Store app on machines running Windows 10/11.

The controller was first released as the PC/Switch/Android/iOS-compatible model, available in a Game Boy-inspired "G Classic" style, a PlayStation-inspired "Gray Edition" style, and black. An Xbox-compatible model was later released on December 8, 2021 as the Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox, available only in black; a wireless version of the same model was later released in 2023, but lacks the removable battery pack. Another wired PC/Switch-compatible model was later released on February 28, 2022 as the Pro 2 Wired Controller, available in "G Classic" and "Gray Edition" styles. The PC/Switch/Android/iOS-compatible model, while not compatible with Xbox consoles and lacking both the impulse triggers and a 3.5mm audio jack, it features the ability to change between Switch, Apple, DirectInput, and XInput modes via a mode slider switch located behind the controller rather than using a button combination when connecting the controller via USB-C or Bluetooth from its predecessors.

The Pro 2 received two translucent Special Edition variants in purple and black colors released on September 22, 2022.

All three models are native XInput devices on PC, meaning they are supported on games that utilize the XInput API. The Xbox-compatible model has support for impulse triggers and audio passthrough, while the Switch-compatible models have macro function and the first model is capable of switching to DirectInput mode by sliding the mode switch to D. While the hard-wired Xbox-compatible model has Bluetooth connectivity, it is only for customizing built-in profiles via the Ultimate Software on Android and iOS.

General information

Pro 2 Controller

Pro 2 Wired Controller

Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox

Pro 2 version inputs

• 2 × clickable analog sticks: LS, RS
• 2 × analog triggers: L2, R2
• 2 × digital shoulder buttons: L, R
• 4 × digital directional buttons (d-pad): ↑, ↓, ←, →
• 4 × digital face buttons: A, B, X, Y
• 6 × digital functional buttons: -select, +start, ⌂ HOME, ★ STAR, PROFILE, PAIRING
• 2 × digital remappable back buttons: P1, P2
• 1 × mode slider switch: S - A - D - X

Pro 2 Wired version inputs

• 2 × clickable analog sticks: LS, RS
• 2 × analog triggers: L2, R2
• 2 × digital shoulder buttons: L, R
• 4 × digital directional buttons (d-pad): ↑, ↓, ←, →
• 4 × digital face buttons: A, B, X, Y
• 6 × digital functional buttons: -select, +start, ⌂ HOME, ★ STAR, PROFILE, PAIRING
• 2 × digital remappable back buttons: P1, P2

Xbox version inputs

• 2 × clickable analog sticks: LS, RS
• 2 × analog triggers: L2, R2
• 2 × digital shoulder buttons: L, R
• 4 × digital directional buttons (d-pad): ↑, ↓, ←, →
• 4 × digital face buttons: A, B, X, Y
• 6 × digital functional buttons: Ⲷ MENU, ⧉ VIEW, XBOX, ⇫ SHARE, ★ STAR, PROFILE
• 2 × digital remappable back buttons: P1, P2
• 1 × Microphone mute slider
• 1 × Mono Microphone via TRRS jack

Controller variations

The Pro 2 Controller is Switch/iOS/Android/PC-compatible, capable of switching between modes via its mode slider. It can be connected to the PC via either USB Type-C or Bluetooth.

The Pro 2 Wired Controller is another Switch/iOS/Android/PC-compatible model, but it is wired and lacks the mode slider switch from its wireless counterpart.

The Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox is the Xbox-compatible model, and has support for impulse triggers. It has a 3.5mm audio jack for audio passthrough, as well as Bluetooth connectivity for customizing the built-in profiles via the Ultimate Software app on Android or iOS. A wireless version was later released in 2023.

Use with PC platforms

While the Xbox-compatible model has Bluetooth connectivity, it is only for customizing the controller's built-in profiles.

Connection

USB Type-A

Connect the controller
Only for the Wired and Xbox models. Connect the controller to a USB Type-A port on the computer. The controller will automatically be recognized by the supported OS and install the corresponding driver for it.

USB Type-C

Connect the controller
Ensure that the controller is set to XInput mode by toggling the S - A - D - X slider to "X" if using the first model. Connect the controller to the computer using either a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable or a USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable. The controller will automatically be recognized by the supported OS and install the corresponding driver for it.

Connect the controller in DirectInput mode
Only for the first model of the Controller. When connected, change the controller mode by toggling the S - A - D - X slider to "D". The controller will be automatically recognized as a DirectInput controller.

Bluetooth

Only for the first model of the Controller.

Connect the controller via Bluetooth in XInput mode

Make sure the Bluetooth functionality is enabled on the OS. Change the connection mode by toggling the S - A - D - X slider to "X". Power on the controller by pressing +start button. After turning on the controller, press and hold the PAIRING button for 3 seconds to switch into pairing mode, which is indicated by the status LED indictors moving back and forth. Navigate to the Bluetooth settings of the host device's operating system, select "" and pair it.

Controller profile and remapping

Customizing the built-in profiles requires the use of 8BitDo Ultimate Software.

On PC, the controller requires the desktop version of the 8BitDo Ultimate Software.

Android and iOS version of the 8BitDo Ultimate Software can be downloaded from Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The mobile app requires Android 8 and iOS 11 and later.

Setting up and pairing to the smartphone

Setting up and pairing to the smartphone
Install the 8BitDo Ultimate Software app on the smartphone and open the app. If asked, grant the app the permission to use the smartphone's Bluetooth. Powering on the controller by connecting to a powered USB port. Press the PROFILE button. The controller should be detected in the app.

Remapping the buttons

Remapping the buttons
In the profile tab of the app, select one of the three built-in profiles. In the mapping tab with the selected profile, select any of the buttons, including the back buttons. Select any of the button inputs to bind them to the selected button. Click "Sync to device" to apply the change to the profile.

Switching the built-in profiles

Switching the built-in profiles
Press the PROFILE button to cycle through the three built-in profiles. Notes The number of status indicator LED light up vary depending on which profile was selected.